The Evangelical Reformed Church of Christ (ERCC) has called on the Nasarawa State Government and security agencies to urgently intervene following the reported abduction of its presiding pastor, Reverend Monday Habu.

Habu was reportedly kidnapped by gunmen in the early hours of Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in Gudi Ginda, Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area.

In a statement condemning the incident, the church demanded immediate action to secure the pastor’s safe and unconditional release.

The church said the abduction occurred barely three days after Daniel Philip Affiku, another member of the congregation, was released after being held captive.

It added that the latest incident followed other reported kidnappings in the community earlier this year.

The church expressed concern over what it described as deteriorating security in Gudi Ginda and neighbouring rural communities.

It specifically identified the Akwanga-Gudi road as an increasingly unsafe route for residents and travellers, calling for the urgent deployment of security personnel and increased patrols.

“The Akwanga-Gudi road and our rural communities are no longer safe. We need immediate deployment and patrol,” the church said in its statement.

The ERCC warned that recurring abductions were creating fear among residents and threatening peaceful coexistence in the affected communities.

It also raised concerns about the potential impact of insecurity as Nigeria approaches the 2027 election season.

The church appealed to Habu’s captors to release him unharmed, describing him as a clergyman committed to serving poor and vulnerable people.

“We plead with the abductors: In the name of God you claim to serve, please release our Reverend unharmed. He is a man of God who serves the poor,” the statement said.

The church maintained that it would not be intimidated by repeated attacks and vowed to continue advocating for the safety of its members and the wider community.

It urged the state government, police and other security agencies to strengthen surveillance, increase patrols along vulnerable routes and intensify efforts to secure the pastor’s release.

The abduction comes amid renewed concerns over kidnapping across Nasarawa State.

On October 27, the Nasarawa State House of Assembly raised concerns about reported abductions in Lafia and surrounding communities, urging Governor Abdullahi Sule to direct security agencies to intensify surveillance and operations.

Lawmakers also called for greater cooperation between security agencies, traditional rulers, community leaders and local vigilante groups to improve intelligence gathering and protect residents.

Other reported incidents in parts of Nasarawa Eggon and neighbouring areas have added to calls for stronger security measures in rural communities.

As of the time of the Daily Post report, attempts to reach the Nasarawa State Police Command for official confirmation of Habu’s abduction had been unsuccessful.

His whereabouts and the circumstances surrounding the incident had therefore not been independently confirmed by the police.

The church continues to appeal for urgent intervention to secure the pastor’s safe return and prevent further attacks in Gudi Ginda and neighbouring communities.